Richland Community Library
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Circulation Desk Clerk/Patron Services Assistant
(Part-Time Position: 12-15 hours per week)

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

If you enjoy providing a valuable service in a great small town, working as part of a team, and joining an institution beloved by its community, this is the job for you!

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Responsible for performing routine clerical work in a library and providing basic support services to patrons. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing excellent service to library patrons.
• Working with patrons and materials at the Library Circulation desk; assisting patrons with computer, printing, faxing/copier, and other general questions.
• Answering phones.
• Sorting and shelving library materials.
• Checking shelves for accuracy.
• Maintaining the welcoming and orderly appearance of the library.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions
Part-time position (12-15 hours per week) evenings and weekends (Saturdays) required. Library is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Compensation
Salary ranges from $11.00 per hour +, depending on education and experience.

Knowledge and Abilities Required

• Ability to communicate positively with customers and staff in a cheerful manner
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated interest in working with children and adults
• Experience with social media tools
• Experience with applications software (e.g. Excel, Word, and Publisher)
• Willingness to learn new technology, including library technologies
• Must be confident, personable, and a team player
• Must display initiative and problem-solving skills
• Ability to responsibly manage petty cash and cash register
• Some post-secondary education

Knowledge and Abilities Preferred

• Library experience strongly preferred
• Experience developing and distributing promotional materials, both in print and electronic formats*
• Familiarity with the Dewey Decimal System
• Experience with automated library circulation systems

*Possibility of advancement available for candidates with experience in developing and distributing promotional materials

Please submit an application and a cover letter to Main Circulation Desk at the Library or e-mail documents to the Library Director at jbuck@richlandlibrary.org.